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The Hindu
a day ago
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- The Hindu
Folk arts reflect our way of life, says MP Kanimozhi at ‘Neithal' festival
Folk arts are deeply rooted in our lives and these reflect in our lifestyle, said Lok Sabha member Kanimzohi Karunanidhi while attending the inaugural event of 'Neithal' folk arts festival held at V.O.C College ground in Thoothukudi. Addressing the gathering, Ms. Kanimozhi said that while people often label these as rural or folklore, they are in fact the art forms of the people capturing their lifestyle, experiences, sorrows, happiness and everything in between. She emphasised that 'Koothu' forms and other rural folk arts as powerful expressions that closely imitate real life and reflect it through the perspective of people themselves. Ms. Kanimozhi also highlighted how the songs of the tribal communities reflect the wide range of flowers and plants found in their surroundings. Similarly, folk songs of 'Neithal', the region where the lives of the people center around the sea and the shore, captures the details of marine life, fishing methods and nets much of which remain unfamiliar to many, she mentioned. She stressed the preserving and passing these art forms on to future generations, as they offer deep insights into traditional knowledge and way of life. The first day of the festival began with a ceremonial music performance by students of Thoothukudi Government School, followed by Bharatanatyam performance and other cultural performances. In addition to the performances, over 40 stalls have been set up at the venue featuring traditional cuisine, products by women Self Help Groups and crafts by local artisans. Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Minister P. Geetha Jeevan, Thoothukudi Corporation Mayor Jegan Periyasamy, District Collector K. Elambahavath, Corporation Commissioner L. Madhubalan, Superintendent of Police Albert John were among the dignitaries present at the event.
The Hindu
2 days ago
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- The Hindu
Thoothukudi to host fourth edition of 'Neithal' folk arts festival from June 13
Thoothukudi is all set to host the fourth edition of the 'Neithal', festival, a three-day event celebrating Tamil folk culture and artistic heritage from June 13 to June 15. Initiated by the Thoothukudi MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, the three-day festival will take place at the V.O.C college ground in Thoothukudi. Similar to the past few years, this year's festival will also feature over 300 artistes from across Tamil Nadu, presenting more than 20 traditional performances belonging to the State, each evening from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The exciting line up of the folk art forms including 'Karakattam', 'Mayilattam', 'Oyilattam', 'Devarattam', 'Parai Attam', 'Jimbala melam', 'poikkal kuthirai' etc,. were planned at the festival, offering a rich cultural experiences to the audience. In addition to the stage performances, the festival will also feature a traditional food exhibition with over 20 stalls, showcasing indigenous dishes from different regions of Tamil Nadu. The initiative was aimed to highlight the state's rich culinary heritage while supporting the local food artisans by giving them a wider platform. The festival which is set to commence on June 13 will begin with 'Mangala Isai' followed by the cultural performances of different troupes. On June 14, the festival will feature performances including 'Devarattam', 'Perunchalagai attam' and music bands featuring famous singers. The final day June 15 to be concluded with performances by Thoothukudi Government Music School followed by different folk artiste troupes.
